Management Intern

Job Description

Management Internship | Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.

The Tone:
This is an in-person management internship at Dayton Freight Lines, Inc., a remarkably stable and consistently growing organization that plays a vital role within the essential transportation industry. As a Management Intern, you will participate in an immersive and accelerated 9-week program specifically designed for the summer months. This structured program offers a unique opportunity to gain comprehensive, hands-on understanding of Dayton Freight’s extensive operational framework and its significant contributions to logistics. This experience is not merely observational; it is pivotal for individuals seeking to acquire practical, real-world knowledge and directly contribute to the daily success and strategic objectives of a Service Center. Furthermore, the successful completion of this rigorous internship program establishes a clear and advantageous pathway, making you a highly considered candidate for the esteemed Dayton Freight Management Trainee Program once you have successfully achieved your academic degree, highlighting the organization’s commitment to internal talent development.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal, Temporary
• Location: In-person
• Pay: $23.35 hourly
• Mission: To gain foundational knowledge of the transportation industry and Dayton Freight’s operations, directly contributing to the success of a Service Center.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Industry Immersion: Undertake a focused effort to gain comprehensive and useful knowledge, specifically about the operational dynamics, regulatory landscape, and best practices within the broader transportation industry.
• Corporate Governance: Acquire an in-depth and practical understanding of Dayton Freight’s established corporate policies, detailed operational procedures, and fundamental business philosophies that guide daily operations.
• Role Functionality: Dedicate time to thoroughly learn and grasp the specific duties, responsibilities, and operational functions associated with each critical position within a Service Center’s infrastructure.
• Mission Contribution: Develop a clear comprehension of how the performance and contributions of each individual position directly integrate with and support the overarching strategic mission of Dayton Freight as an organization.
• Operational Support: Actively engage in tasks and initiatives to contribute to the ongoing success, efficiency, and smooth daily operation of the Service Center by applying all acquired knowledge and understanding.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level opportunity for aspiring professionals. All candidates are required to be currently and actively enrolled in an accredited college or university program, demonstrating a commitment to higher education.
• Skills: Possess fundamental and reliable basic math skills essential for various operational calculations and data handling. Demonstrate clear and fluent proficiency in the English language, crucial for effective communication within the team and with customers. Crucially, candidates must exhibit willingness and flexibility to work across all three operational shifts—1st, 2nd, and 3rd—during the entire duration of the 9-week program, adapting to the dynamic demands of the transportation industry.